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hello, world. my name is ilene (aka illy). this is my blog where i like to write about life, laughter and the pursuit of real happiness. creamer with a pinch of coffee, songs played on repeat, red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting, and reading into the hours of the night top my list of favorite things. and life. i am a follower of Jesus and i love life.

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Monday, May 14, 2012

The Shine Project's purpose is to inspire you to live the highest quality of life obtainable,and to motivate you to join our efforts in making this world a better place.The Shine Scholarship Project is a non-profit that was created by TSP to put our beliefs in action. Its mission is to improve the lives of at-risk teens through service, education, and family involvement. We do service projects with inner city students every other week to teach them the leadership skills that are necessary for them to succeed. The money we raise goes to sending these leaders to college, so they can give back to society, and a portion of proceeds from our shop go into the fund as well.

i had the joy of meeting Ashley in person back in March - and she is as passionate about this project, as genuine as she is online, and is also caaaa-razy fun! i also personally got my hands on my very own Shine t-shirt and it has found it's way into my wardrobe at least once a week. i love the shirt itself and the reminder it gives me when i wear it: be the change you wish to see. love it!

and if you want to find out even more about The Shine Project be sure to watching this moving video and hear from Ashley for yourself!

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and today one of YOU very lucky Much Love, illy readers get the chance to get your hands on your own SHINE t-shirt and SHINE necklace of your choice! seriously, you will want your own of both so get those fingers warmed up to work on those entries!

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visit the SHINE store and tell me which t-shirt and necklace you would choose if you win!

I love the shirt that says Shine On and I'd pick the necklace where you can personalize one of of the charms...I'd love to give it to my mother. She's a huge fan and recently ordered the cards to spread the shine!